Dele Alake, the Minister of Solid Minerals, has faced widespread criticism after photos emerged of him wearing a N260 million Richard Mille wristwatch during a meeting with the CEO of Glencore, a Swiss-based company. CONTINUE READING
The minister’s attire has sparked outrage among Nigerians, who argue that it is inappropriate for a government official to display such extravagance while discussing investment opportunities for the country.
Social media users have condemned Alake’s choice of wristwear. “That’s what investors think about our civil servants,” commented Chinedu. “How can he afford that?”
Fortuna, another social media user, noted that “no government officials from developed countries would wear such expensive wrist watches, even if they could afford them.”
Desire Chukwuemeka alleged that “our political class suffers from an inferiority complex,” adding that “everyone knows he’s a thief if he wears such an expensive watch.”
“Why do you need my investment if you have money to buy this watch?” questioned Oluwasegun.
Marvellous Israel criticized Alake’s decision to wear the wristwatch during the meeting, stating that “it shows a lack of understanding that investors may question your priorities.” CONTINUE READING
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